2009 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · LS59 RWJ
2009 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30/09/2009. Recorded mileage 145,150 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 145,150 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1560cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
LS59 RWJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 24/08/2026
- 145,150 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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LS59 RWJ Mileage History
- 09/08/2024137,806 mi
- 29/08/2024137,855 mi+49 mi
- 30/08/2024137,855 mi
- 26/08/2025141,687 mi+3,832 mi
- 24/08/2026145,150 mi+3,463 mi
Average of roughly 3,600 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LS59 RWJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo V50 (LS59 RWJ) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted rubber bush missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))”; “Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.
Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faults(Serious)
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.